Ivar N氓 Aga was named BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week and Brage Birkelund Eie made the weekly honor roll following their stellar performances in St. John's 5-0 season opener against Loyola Maryland. Aga played the entire match, recorded an assist, and led a defense that did not allow a single shot on goal. This is Aga's first weekly honor and the first for St. John's since 2024. Meanwhile, Eie made an immediate impact in his collegiate debut, scoring two goals and providing an assist, ranking him among the top performers in NCAA Division I.

By the Numbers
  • N氓 Aga played all 90 minutes and assisted on one goal.
  • Eie scored two goals and recorded one assist in just 63 minutes of play.
  • St. John's victory marked its largest margin in a season opener since 1995.
Yes, But

While both players excelled in their opener, it remains to be seen how they will perform consistently throughout the season, especially as competition intensifies in the upcoming matches.

State of Play
  • St. John's is currently riding high after a significant opening win.
  • The team aims to maintain momentum as they prepare to face New Hampshire next.
What's Next

The Red Storm will need to build on this strong performance when they visit New Hampshire for their next match on Thursday, seeking to continue their winning streak and refine their teamwork.

Bottom Line

N氓 Aga and Eie's standout performances indicate a promising season ahead for St. John's, but maintaining consistency and teamwork will be crucial as they face tougher opponents in the coming weeks.